The Ministry of Justice, New
Zealand Police, and the Department of Corrections have been
successfully working together to reduce crime and improve
efficiency in the Valley, as part of the government's
commitment to delivering Better Public Services for New
Zealanders.

"As the Minister of Justice has noted, the
Project is a fantastic example of what can be achieved when
agencies work together."

Mr Bishop says the crime figures
for the Hutt Valley speak for themselves. Between June 2011
and September 2013:Total crime is down 23 per
centViolent crime is down 21 per centYouth crime is
down a massive 36 per cent; andRe-offending is down 10
per cent.

“The National-led government has a
comprehensive programme to reduce violent crime, youth
crime, and re-offending. This is clearly working well in the
Hutt Valley," says Mr
Bishop.

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